One China NPI Producer Releases Ore Purchasing Plan in Philippine Monsoon Season

Published: Aug 25, 2017 18:05

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One low-grade NPI and stainless steel integrated producer in Guangxi released its ore purchasing plan for 2H 2017, Shanghai Metals Market learns.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 25 (SMM) - One low-grade NPI and stainless steel integrated producer in Guangxi released its ore purchasing plan for 2H 2017, Shanghai Metals Market learns.

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The producer planned to buy about 4 ships of Philippine low-grade ore in September and October, and 1 ship of Indonesian low-grade ore per month.

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Moreover, the producer planned to source low-grade NPI, with monthly purchases of around 20,000 tonnes.

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